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[|Ways to use Skype in a Classroom] Find out how you can take advantage of Skype with the advice below.
 * Resources for Getting Started and Using Skype**
 * 1) [|**Using Skype in the Classroom (or just learning how to use it!)**] . This teacher provides the basics to get Skype set up with your class.
 * 2) [|**Skype in the Classroom**] . This article offers help on ways to set up Skype, tips for finding other teachers on Skype, technical obstacles, and more.
 * 3) [|**Skype Tutorials for Teachers, Authors, Librarians**] . Find a handful of video and text tutorials here to get you going with Skype.
 * 4) [|**Classroom Collaboration with Skype**] . This primer offers help with using Skype, connecting with others, and ideas for using it in the classroom.
 * 5) **eduwikius – SKYPE** . This wiki contains plenty of information about using Skype in the classroom and also provides links to additional resources.
 * 6) **A Skype from the classroom** . Find information on videoconferencing in general, the pros and cons of using Skype, school project ideas, and more here.
 * 7) [|**Using skype in the classroom**] . Learn from this teacher’s experience as she describes using Skype and how to best prepare your class and yourself for a great educational opportunity.
 * 8) [|**Skype is a Valuable Educational Tool**] . This podcast explains why teachers should use Skype and puts some nasty rumors about Skype to rest.
 * 9) [|**Using Skype in schools – some tips**] . Read these helpful tips, including suggestions on using Skype usernames at school and home.
 * 10) [|**Skype: Talk to Anyone, Anywhere for Free**] . Watch this "techtorial" or print the text version to learn the basics of Skype.

Here are a few ways to connect with others using Skype in classrooms and to promote education.
 * Finding Others Using Skype**
 * 1) [|**ePALS**] . Sign up for a free account here, then find other teachers and classes around the globe using Skype.
 * 2) [|**Skype an Author Into Your Library or Classroom**] . This site will connect schools with authors through Skype. Short sessions are free, while longer sessions are subject to a fee set by each author.
 * 3) [|**Skype in Schools**] . List yourself or find others in this directory just for educators seeking Skype collaboration.
 * 4) [|**Skype in the Classroom – The EduSkypers Phonebook**] . Scroll through these comments to find other teachers from around the world looking to connect through Skype. The most recent are at the very end of the list.
 * 5) [|**Global SchoolNet**] . This organization works to connect teachers and students around the world through [|forensic science programs] . Browse to find something of interest or start your own project.
 * 6) [|**TakingITGlobal**] . Another project-based organization, this one focuses on youth looking to make positive global changes.
 * 7) [|**Around the World with 80 Schools**] . This teacher is hoping to connect schools around the world through short Skype sessions.
 * 8) [|**Skype in the Classroom**] . Join this community to find other teachers seeking Skype connections.
 * 9) [|**Going Global – School Skype Author Visits**] . Linda Lowery and Richard Keep, children’s book authors and illustrators, are available for Skype interviews for a fee.
 * 10) [|**Mixxer**] . This group helps connect language learners seeking partners to practice their language skills via Skype.